Today, SanDisk is grabbing headlines again with its 64GB
1.8" UATA 5000 SSD and 64GB 2.5" SATA 5000 SSD. The SSDs offer a MTBF
of 2 million hours, average access speeds of 0.11 milliseconds and average read
speeds of 67MB/sec. Both SSDs consume just 0.4 watts while at idle and 1.0 watt
when in active operation.

"Laptop manufacturers have requested more memory
capacity for systems that use the Microsoft Vista platform, which can require a
number of preloaded accessories and security suites," said SanDisk director
of SSD product marketing Doreet Oren. "Also, there is interest in
developing laptops for gaming, and the SSD is well-suited for the performance
and memory requirements of those users. Thus, by offering greater capacities on
our SSD products, we are making our products more appealing to a wider customer
base."

SanDisk will ship engineering samples of its 64GB 1.8"
UATA 5000 SSD and 64GB 2.5" SATA 5000 SSD during the third quarter while
regular production is due to begin by the end of the year.

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Their niche really seems to be low power consumption right now, so good for laptops regardless of the current RPM. I would like one for an OS drive for a desktop, but it doesn't seem worth it for now.

BUT, given the marketing maxim "Pre Plan Product Imporvements" (P3I) I think we will see some vast improvements sooner than 5 years from now. Things move a lot faster than they did in the 80's, and someone will beat you to market if you have a 5 year plan. IMHO.